At Harbor Humane, we are pleased to announce a new resource we’re offering to the community in partnership with FreeWill.
Creating a will is an important step in planning for the future, whether you’re 18 or 80, have a young family, share your life with beloved pets or simply want to make your wishes known. A will allows you to thoughtfully plan for the people and pets you love and make decisions about what matters most to you.
Through FreeWill, Harbor Humane supporters can create a free, easy-to-use will online, from the comfort of home. The process takes just a short amount of time and can provide valuable peace of mind knowing you have a plan in place.
And for pet parents, planning ahead can be especially important. Your estate plan can help identify someone you trust to care for your pets and provide guidance for their future care, if and when unfortunate circumstances arise.
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More than a will
For supporters whose estate plans are already in order, FreeWill offers additional tools worth knowing about. You can update beneficiary designations on retirement accounts and life insurance policies and explore tax-smart ways to give, including gifts of appreciated stock or a Qualified Charitable Distribution from an IRA, all in the same straightforward, guided format.
A legacy for the animals
Anyone using the platform also has the option to include a gift to Harbor Humane as part of their plan. It’s a simple way to ensure that the dogs and cats who need us most will still have someone in their corner for generations to come—a legacy gift that keeps giving long after the paperwork is signed.
We’re excited to make this resource available to our community, and we encourage anyone who’s been meaning to “get around to it” to take that first step today. Peace of mind, for you and the pets who depend on you, is just a few clicks away.
Please Note: FreeWill is a free educational and planning resource. Harbor Humane does not provide legal or financial advice. We encourage you to consult with an attorney or financial professional regarding your individual circumstances.
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